[One-on-one romance + both leads’ first love + historical romance + a stunning beauty who is gentle on the outside but strong inside + a domineering, powerful male lead who takes what he wants by force + angst (read with caution if you dislike it)]
Shen Yuwan was born breathtakingly beautiful, with skin like ice and bones like jade. She had loving parents and a childhood sweetheart who was her betrothed, but after she met the man who wielded power over everything, it seemed nothing could ever go back to the way it was...
Scene One:
During dinner, Shen Yuwan noticed the increasingly heated gaze the man kept casting her way. Thoughtfully, she served Pei Yan some hot tea. “Ever since I came to the northern lands, you’ve treated me with such sincerity and looked after me in every way, Brother. I’m deeply grateful.”
The smile in Pei Yan’s eyes grew more pronounced. Before he could say anything, she changed tack. “But I’ve been away from home for a long time, and I miss my parents terribly. I came today to say goodbye. I hope you’ll let me go, Brother.”
Pei Yan’s warm, smiling eyes instantly turned cold. The next moment, he swept his hand across the table, sending the dishes crashing to the floor. His voice was icy as he said, “Shen Yuwan, don’t push me too far!”
Scene Two:
In the study, after seeing Pei Yan sit in silent desolation all night, his trusted aide Chu Yun urged him in a low voice, “Master, if you wanted to change the ruling surname of the entire realm, you could do it. And all you want is one woman.”
Pei Yan’s voice was subdued. “But she already has a fiancé.”
Chu Yun’s expression turned disdainful. “Then make him back out of his own accord.”
Pei Yan’s eyes darkened, and he let out a quiet sigh. “I’ll leave this to you.”
It's really beautiful, five-star praise